The Core

[jacknjill]

<p>I was originally thinking of majoring in economics and then thought that it would be a good idea to also major in mathematics. It still seems like a good idea but I’m not so sure now knowing that I will only get one degree. Do you know why they do this? </p>

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Double Majors
Students in the College can declare two or more majors, but no matter how many majors one has, the University will grant only one bachelor’s degree per student (it is proper to write “Second major in” [fill in the blank] on a resume). Consider the possibility of two majors with care as there are both positive and negative aspects to such a plan. If an honors thesis is required, check the college catalog to see which majors allow students to write a single thesis that will count for both. In such cases, students must submit a Dual Major/Single Bachelors Thesis Consent Form by the end of Autumn Quarter of graduation year. Note that students rarely write two separate bachelor’s theses. Finally, if both majors require senior seminars, investigate whether it is possible to schedule both classes in the same quarter.</p>

<p>Potential positives of a double major </p>

<p>Two majors can meet the needs of a student with diverse academic interests
Examples: biological sciences and art history
Two majors may complement one another intellectually
Examples: physics and mathematics, or history and english
Potential negatives of a double major </p>

<p>Employers/graduate schools do not necessarily view two majors as better than one
Two majors do not make up for mediocre grades
Most/all free electives are lost to the second major
Many programs of study do not allow students to use one BA thesis for two majors
It can be difficult to study abroad and double major

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